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Tell us about your dream business.

Where do your passions intersect with other's needs?

From the lens Start My Own Business Ideas.


Your education, training, passions, hobbies, interests, or creative ideas are a great starting point. Since you will be spending time, money, and effort as you struggle toward business success - choose to do something you can do with enthusiasm. Focus on your top two or three passions; the joys of pursuit can help you through rough periods.

"It is no use saying 'We are doing our best.' You have to succeed in doing what is necessary." - Winston Churchill

Seldom will your business' future growth be determined by what you learned in the past - be prepared to adapt constantly as the rules of engagement change. Your personal liberty will arrive when you solve problems for folks that are willing and able to pay for your product.

Listen to what people say they want; try it, and adapt it.

Repeat.

The rewards of owning your own life are worth the investments you are about to make.

Tell us about your dream business;

the one you own, or the one you want to start.

  • oakstreet May 29, 2012 @ 9:50 am | delete
    Many useful ideas in this lens for start up a business. I will keep that in mind. Great len and a "like" from me.
  • aliciamaggie54 May 27, 2012 @ 9:30 pm | delete
    Love this:) If you wish to prosper, let your customer prosper. So true. If you expect to be successful, the customer must be happy with your services or products. They must be satisfied as well as feel that you helped them.
  • tax3612 May 27, 2012 @ 8:20 pm | delete
    For all of you who are still in the process of starting your own business. Please be careful If considering franchising please. Educate yourself properly and I'm confident that you will be able to determine if a franchise is right, and it is not the majority of time, and you will save yourself years of grief.
  • Hypersapien May 25, 2012 @ 5:02 pm | delete
    Fantastic lens! I have a few with similar themes (e.g., the benefits of being your own boss), but this is just great!
  • moter2 May 24, 2012 @ 6:04 pm | delete
    Great lens with some useful information!!
  • seanmcpheat May 24, 2012 @ 6:27 am | delete
    Great lens, packed with content.

    As an "entrepreneur" myself one of the best definitions I heard of what one is below:

    “Entrepreneurs are people who are too naive to see the obstacles that are obvious to others”.

    Quality!

    Sean
  • tax3612 May 23, 2012 @ 12:28 pm | delete
    Probably one of the best Lens I have ready in a long time. Your passion shows in everything you write and the integrity that comes through when reading this is a nice change. Great Work!
  • tax3612 May 23, 2012 @ 12:43 am | delete
    Dream business is easy. Entrepreneur Coach! There is nothing in this world that makes me want to get out of bed early and work late. Helping another Entrepreneur Succeed and reach levels they never dreamed they could reach is the most fulfilling and most fun that I can think of.
  • xiaoyong May 22, 2012 @ 12:59 am | delete
    very nice article. i can not agree more with several of the points here as an entrepreneur myself, such as benefiting the customer, persistent and more more.
  • brooklynmartialarts May 21, 2012 @ 7:15 pm | delete
    Wonderful lens - I enjoyed the story about Arturo immensely; while it's a common business and personal development axiom to "begin with the end in mind" I feel that many individuals are less than completely cognizant of what their ideal life will look and feel like. Once one can be present in the moment and fully envision his or her ideal future, one can build toward it with all necessary steps and cut away the insignificant minutiae, and remove anything that doesn't directly lead toward's one's ideal life. Thanks again for the wonderful lens.
  • mistyblue75605 May 21, 2012 @ 4:47 pm | delete
    nice..thanks for the info! :)P
  • internetexpertinfo May 20, 2012 @ 10:38 am | delete
    Very nice lens, thanks
  • JacobLawson May 18, 2012 @ 11:39 am | delete
    CFD trading and Options trading does it for me, but that's only because trading on the financial markets is something that I dearly love doing. As this excellent lens points out, you can make a success of many businesses so long as your heart and soul are in it.
  • al9166 May 17, 2012 @ 12:45 pm | delete
    It is important to start your business now that trends in internet.. There lots of business that suit your needs.. A lot more fun that you can enjoy while work from internet :)
  • mayapearl May 13, 2012 @ 4:44 am | delete
    Good lens, I am bookmarking and will come back to it. Thank you
  • Kenneth-Gearheart May 9, 2012 @ 8:25 pm | delete
    A big issue I see is that people expect to be successful within 6 months. You need to be much for patient than that.
  • cynthia-ann-leighton May 5, 2012 @ 4:41 pm | delete
    Your lens is helping people change their life for the better! THanks - my purpose is to help people take action online.
  • JoyfulReviewer Apr 28, 2012 @ 4:25 pm | delete
    Nicely informative lens ... full of helpful tips and resources and inspiring quotes. ~~Blessed~~
  • riki_writing4u Apr 26, 2012 @ 12:45 am | delete
    Cool story and great lens.. :)
  • KandDMarketing Apr 25, 2012 @ 5:47 pm | delete
    My dream business is one with sufficient pipelines of income to allow me to train someone else to run it in order to allow me more time on my farm.
  • SynchronicityHouse Apr 25, 2012 @ 4:53 pm | delete
    My little business is still at the hobby stage; but I am dreaming big ideas! What a great Lens you've created - it's inspiring and you've shared loads of useful info - thank you.
  • spelaspela Apr 25, 2012 @ 4:16 pm | delete
    My dream job is working with people who create, with the artists ... I would like to organize a festival, and thought that this will happen soon:) thanks.
  • Centavo Apr 25, 2012 @ 2:34 pm | delete
    Great lens, thanks for the ideas. I am always looking for that one thing that will finally do it for me. I keep trying and am having fun in the meantime.
  • neuromancer Apr 14, 2012 @ 9:47 am | delete
    Dream business. Doing something what is good for people, its intresting, fun and well paid. Well, does not need to be all, but at least two of these things.
  • bwet Apr 3, 2012 @ 9:05 pm | delete
    definitely having my own business now. trouble is getting it to replace my day job income...
  • SimonHaestoe Apr 3, 2012 @ 9:17 am | delete
    I'm starting a business that will build, bring in income, on helping people; allowing me to travel the world, and do what I want with my life (live a life of liberty, right?) with the knowledge that I've gotten there by providing the world with value. Something like that. Some of my own business ideas are contained in the new lens I created, and I really feel on the same wavelength as you, so feel free to check it out :). Like it if you like it!
  • allenwebstarme Mar 31, 2012 @ 4:50 am | delete
    I found so many new things here, very inspired. Thanks!
  • Michelle61 Mar 30, 2012 @ 1:39 pm | delete
    Writing.
  • hhc3333 Mar 26, 2012 @ 12:03 pm | delete
    Quite inspiring :)
  • Michey Mar 24, 2012 @ 4:28 pm | delete
    Very good info, I feature your lens in my be-an-entrepreneur lens. Sent Angel blessing.
    Thanks
  • brynimagire Mar 15, 2012 @ 2:55 pm | delete
    Good information....I'm interested on your lens. thanks.
  • Skylermeyer2012 Mar 13, 2012 @ 1:05 am | delete
    This lens really helpful for young generation who don't have aims in there life because most of people nowadays are so busy they forget where they are going and why they were going in that direction. Great lens
  • shruti Mar 10, 2012 @ 11:51 pm | delete
    Should be included in the syllabus of MBA colleges in Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai and other cities of India.
  • The_Average_Outdoorsman Mar 4, 2012 @ 11:40 am | delete
    Very helpful. Thanks
  • angelcho Feb 28, 2012 @ 7:59 pm | delete
    My project is mbmsoft.com
    It is a business project powered by me and my brother. We are working on SEO optimization, web design and we are creating custom software.
    Project link http://www.mbmsoft.com/
  • teamunited12 Feb 23, 2012 @ 11:53 am | delete
    Good information....I'm working on different projects.....I know the possibilities are endless to generate an income using the net....thanks for the ideas...
  • Feb 16, 2012 @ 2:50 pm | delete
    I heard the first story about the Arturo and it's so true. In the end we just want to have money to do the things we love.
  • jamesbyun Feb 29, 2012 @ 5:00 pm | delete
    I think this applies to everyone. I mean for instance, if I was trying to make more money on the side, it can be anywhere from selling stuff online and /www.squidoo.com/7-important-craigslist-posting-tips"> posting on craigslist, ebay, amazon.
  • mrkensworld Feb 14, 2012 @ 1:18 pm | delete
    Hey Allan thought I would visit again, great lens and empowering information here. I have found our dream business and work at it every da(unless I am riding) I love helping people to make money helping others as you do. To find out more please visit my lens on making money online in a recession proof business or you can visit my site on the Nopalea business
    keep helping others!
    Ken
  • themanistheonlyman Feb 11, 2012 @ 1:34 am | delete
    I love houses and making them look the best they can. I would love to start a home flipping business
  • Feb 10, 2012 @ 1:20 pm | delete
    I completely agree that the secret to making it is getting started, just like working out, the hardest part is getting yourself to the gym.
  • peachplanet Feb 10, 2012 @ 10:07 am | delete
    I agree with carlbattack9. i learned a lot from Squidoo in a short period of time and looking forward to finding my niche :)
  • angelcho Feb 6, 2012 @ 7:50 pm | delete
    Starting your own business is great idea.
  • goo2eyes Feb 6, 2012 @ 3:04 pm | delete
    we had a used-car business before but we quit the business because of high-taxation. i agree with you regarding integrity, it is really the key to success of a business. squidangel *blessings* granted.
  • carlbattack9 Feb 5, 2012 @ 8:44 pm | delete
    Not a dream business as such, but Squidoo is a great place to start
  • socialnetworksoft Feb 2, 2012 @ 10:18 pm | delete
    I want to work on search engine optimization & various ways to promote business on net.
  • PRO-FOUND Feb 1, 2012 @ 4:26 pm | delete
    Success is so much sweeter when it is your own, but it is even more sweet if you help someone else be successful. That's what I strive to do with my business.
  • justforcats Jan 28, 2012 @ 10:17 pm | delete
    I love writing for Squidoo, and I really love my cat sitting service. It's outlasted a couple of full-time newspaper jobs and many freelance writing gigs. More than 30 years later, I still look forward to going to work every day. This is a great lens, and congrats on the purple star.
  • RitaDern Jan 28, 2012 @ 4:36 pm | delete
    I have recently launched a USDA Certified Organic skin care system. Picked up by a great distributor and Golgi is in the process of a complete redesign. The need for safe products that are also effective for a radiant complexion are great. I'm passionate about educating consumers what the ingredients in the labels mean and the potential for harm using them. The only guarantee that you are getting an "organic" product is the USDA seal. I'm so excited to be going in this direction! Your lens has also encouraged me. Thanks!
  • curious0927 Jan 28, 2012 @ 4:27 pm | delete
    I would love to be in Art and Design, programming for the net, something creative!
  • LaraineRose Jan 28, 2012 @ 1:48 am | delete
    Love this, "story that will spread from mouse to mouth." A lot of good advice here .. I am not surprised that this lens made the front page.
    Angel blessed.
  • mfriedstore Jan 27, 2012 @ 10:35 pm | delete
    Well, building your own business is really great source of income. but we should consider some effective strategies in order for us to become successful. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts.
  • casquid Jan 27, 2012 @ 3:34 pm | delete
    I like your integrity. Spoken in Truth and useful for the masses.
  • juliavm Jan 27, 2012 @ 4:39 am | delete
    Not sure what I want to do yet, but it will definitely be on the internet. I would like the freedom and independence to work whenever and from wherever I want.
  • ambrking Jan 27, 2012 @ 1:52 am | delete
    Starting a business can be tricky. We have plenty of ideas but implementing those ideas can be difficult. It is important to have perseverance to achieve success. Love you lens. Keep up the great work.
  • Tipi Jan 25, 2012 @ 12:30 pm | delete
    Returning with a blessing to celebrate your front page honors on this excellence...it should be noted that you only know how to do excellently!
  • WhiteSockGirl Jan 25, 2012 @ 8:20 am | delete
    Great lens! Love the ideas,...
  • jeremykim2011 Jan 24, 2012 @ 8:32 pm | delete
    Thank you so much for the ideas.
  • hirephp Jan 23, 2012 @ 12:33 pm | delete
    very nice idea
  • miaponzo Jan 23, 2012 @ 2:19 am | delete
    I do both and have loads of new dream business ideas all the time! :) Squidoo is really a great place to start testing your ideas! :)
  • myamya Jan 22, 2012 @ 4:34 pm | delete
    Awesome lens! Thanks for the info
  • eblack88 Jan 20, 2012 @ 12:27 am | delete
    Love being my own boss!
  • Asinka Jan 11, 2012 @ 7:12 pm | delete
    Very well said :), luv to be my own boss ...
    Thanks for visiting my lens and visiting a nice fun comment :))
  • GreenEamon Jan 11, 2012 @ 5:30 pm | delete
    Some inspirational points for people wanting to start their own businesses.
  • buttonhead Jan 9, 2012 @ 11:58 am | delete
    I started my own home business in 2007, and it was the best decision I've ever made. Now, I work for myself full time, and I am very happy. Great lens! I really like your point about cultivating your strengths. The best business ideas are the ones that are born out of skills and interests you already have. Best wishes!
  • Jan 4, 2012 @ 10:57 am | delete
    I would love to start my own retail store or restaurant. It has always been a dream of mine.
  • nyclittleitaly Jan 3, 2012 @ 11:37 am | delete
    I have always wanted to start my own business but never did
  • carcamping Jan 3, 2012 @ 11:05 am | delete
    Love this! Great lens with a lot of good info. I owned my own business for years, then went back to work for another. I am back to owning my own business again and it is so liberating! It is tough work but only I can make or break it.
  • The Coaching Rebel Dec 30, 2011 @ 5:22 am | delete
    I have met thousands of people during my business coaching work and my best tip is to do something that you really enjoy doing. Find a way to have fun profitably and you will do well.
  • dustintrentin Dec 29, 2011 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    Have an idea, have a real passion. These are the first steps. But the most important step is to start your business. Thank this lens. Maybe this can help in the most important step: http://moneymakerebookstore.com/
  • rehim Dec 21, 2011 @ 5:30 pm | delete
    i always follow the quote of well begun is half done new atrategy i fine here thanks for this printer ink is follow this tag line. thanks for sharing
  • ladykida Dec 19, 2011 @ 11:55 pm | delete
    One day I will incorporate a bunch of things into a conglomeration.
  • Jeusdeus Dec 15, 2011 @ 7:01 pm | delete
    Some nice words that speak some sense. Just starting out in some interesting middle east projects. Interesting read thanks
  • seomarketing30days Dec 12, 2011 @ 1:54 pm | delete
    1. Find hungry fish
    2. Give the hungry fish the right bait!

    Finding the hungry fish (right market) is the most important and crucial step? How to get ideas?

    What's your favorite topic? Go to the library and browse the magazines.
    Go to nice forums and read what people are talking about. There might a problem that is not solved yet.
  • Dec 9, 2011 @ 4:57 am | delete
    Very interesting.
  • NickTheCarGuy Dec 7, 2011 @ 1:15 pm | delete
    Nice Lens
  • facmodo Dec 7, 2011 @ 4:01 am | delete
    Now it happens ! I am going to begin as an entrepreneur ! Great lens you have created - it really empowers the reader
  • artaroundtheworld Dec 3, 2011 @ 6:36 am | delete
    This article provides the main ideas you need to think of before starting a new business and even if you already have one will give you things to think about to improve the structure and way you deal with it. Thanks
  • ekkoautos Nov 29, 2011 @ 4:31 am | delete
    I like this sentence: if you want to prosper, let your customer prosper.
  • planningforce Nov 25, 2011 @ 7:58 am | delete
    You give confidence in starting a new business. Nice advices and resources.
  • Smith Nov 24, 2011 @ 6:58 am | delete
    Business is about idea of power.You have shared great ideas.It is really very helpful.It will definitely lead to success. Thanks for sharing such a nice lens.
    Small Business IT Support
  • planvictory Nov 22, 2011 @ 2:28 am | delete
    Thanks for such a great lens.
  • sam Nov 20, 2011 @ 2:28 pm | delete
    nice & motivational blog................. owning a bussiness is everything for me in life...........but still not getting how to start
  • faykam69 Nov 16, 2011 @ 6:15 am | delete
    you have a nice blog gr8 effort
    :)

    please can you add more unique stuff so as we can enjoy it reading

    xD
  • KatieLay Nov 15, 2011 @ 3:01 am | delete
    Being an entrepreneur is the most fulfilling job I have ever had.
  • Mclure2 Nov 10, 2011 @ 10:57 am | delete
    My dream business would be similar to Arturo's
  • Jasonbaudendistel Nov 8, 2011 @ 9:27 pm | delete
    Great stuff the big thing is to have a gameplan and see it through.
    http://www.jasonbaudendistel.com/index.html
  • BuddyBink Nov 4, 2011 @ 8:06 pm | delete
    My dream business is online which would allow me to watch it from were ever I am in the world. An awesome lens.
  • ruraldweller Nov 3, 2011 @ 10:27 pm | delete
    A great article to read! Your points are a reality check to me. Thanks for creating this lens.
  • imagineallart Nov 2, 2011 @ 3:46 pm | delete
    Great info here, good lens.
  • kindlegeek Oct 31, 2011 @ 12:16 pm | delete
    Thanks for the useful info!
  • Mandeep Singh Oct 28, 2011 @ 10:19 pm | delete
    HI all, after taking 4 years of IT experience, Now I guess is the right time for me to get into business. Getting started with the IT study centre with a quite different approach. Let the students perform the things in practical and this will become experience for them is a motto, And i guess this will work out.
  • HuntAndFishGuides Oct 28, 2011 @ 7:26 pm | delete
    Two books that should be on your list - "The Millionaire Fastlane" and "What Rich People Know But Desperately Want To Keep Secret"
  • SIALicenceUK Oct 28, 2011 @ 2:13 am | delete
    Fantastic lens, thumbs up for you.
  • SIALicenceUK Oct 28, 2011 @ 1:07 am | delete
    Read Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill twice, glad its #1 on your list. It should be!
  • googleseotips Oct 25, 2011 @ 8:36 pm | delete
    now that's a very well written squidoo lens.
  • NextDayCoffee Oct 25, 2011 @ 3:40 pm | delete
    We started supplying coffee online nearly 2 years ago and it has been a great experience. Starting up in business is not for everyone but with hard work and surrounding yourself with the correct people it can be very fulfilling. Best advice I got was to get myself a good accountant, bank manager and lawyer!
  • gevans411 Oct 18, 2011 @ 9:00 pm | delete
    One other item to mention is accepting credit cards. As more and more individuals move from cash to credit the opportunities that can be missed by not taking them continues to mount. If you are looking to start processing credit cards or are looking to lower your current costs, I run a website called Cheapest Merchant Accounts to help individuals find te right solution for their needs.
  • Thesaylers Oct 18, 2011 @ 7:06 pm | delete
    I am a writer by nature and aspire to share my thoughts, stories and articles with others.
    I have been studying Internet marketing in my spare time (between homeschooling 4 kids) and I have to say your lens confirms once again everything I've read so far.
    Well done!
    I am inspired to keep moving forward.
  • bearlane Oct 18, 2011 @ 4:34 pm | delete
    NIce Article. After reading all this info, i feel qualified to start a business!!
    THX for motivation!
  • patty34 Oct 17, 2011 @ 7:56 pm | delete
    What a great lens you have. It pushes me to be strong when it comes to business. Your words are simple yet knowledgeable. Thanks!
  • JeffreyLim3 Oct 14, 2011 @ 11:17 pm | delete
    Thanks for your lens. Great to know you guys great work.
    Keep it up.
  • TamaraKajari Oct 13, 2011 @ 11:37 am | delete
    What a motivational lens! Thank you for making it :)
  • Leilani-m Oct 11, 2011 @ 1:12 pm | delete
    I love this lens!
  • creativeinc Oct 11, 2011 @ 12:28 am | delete
    I operate 2 hostels that are quite established now but am also starting to go into independent film making. Our team has won various awards but we still don't get the profit to make everyone happy. We are finishing our latest film soon!
  • ericamariemurphy Oct 10, 2011 @ 2:38 pm | delete
    I am currently in a business program and hope to build a future doing something I love. Thank you for the great lens! I look forward to reading more. I just got started today :o) Wonderful writing!
  • Internationaltenders Oct 10, 2011 @ 6:25 am | delete
    Very helpful ideas for starting own business. Anybody can follow easily your idea.
  • ilovereno Oct 9, 2011 @ 11:53 am | delete
    I like the positive tone here; I believe that's the right perspective to adopt. However, I'm still not quite there in matching my passion with people's needs. By needs, I'm refering to things people won't mind paying for. Especially during an economic downturn. But, great lens anyway. Cheers!
  • agoofyidea Oct 8, 2011 @ 7:09 pm | delete
    I am starting a website that gives advice to people who are traveling to a Disney park and want to be sure to have a happy experience. I am focusing on only happy advice, no negativity. The site will have lots of free downloads that people can take with them to the parks. Thank you for your lens. Good information.
  • timothygeorgekessler Oct 7, 2011 @ 7:19 am | delete
    I've been marketing on the Internet for three years and love every minute of it. I still work at my day job but my passion truly soars when I'm online. I'm confident that I will be full time really soon. Love your lens, it's inspirational. Reminds me why I'm still online.
  • SoonerOrLater Oct 7, 2011 @ 4:37 am | delete
    This is a wonderful lens; it talks about the real core of a great business, integrity.
  • Actiongames Oct 7, 2011 @ 2:24 am | delete
    I own two small business. Action Games an independent RPG (Role-Play Game) publisher, and Airafice Art Studio my freelance graphic design job. Its a lot of work but its what I love to do, ART! Both are lots of fun but I don't sleep much anymore. Vary nice lens my friend.
  • creativeexpress Oct 6, 2011 @ 11:13 pm | delete
    Great lens and information!
  • aqenter Oct 6, 2011 @ 1:38 pm | delete
    A refreshing approach - and a lot of stuff about mindset. This is a deep lens which requires more than a casual browse-through.
  • FitVision Oct 6, 2011 @ 10:46 am | delete
    Great lens. Lots of useful information and plenty of things to consider!
  • Shivani09 Oct 6, 2011 @ 3:30 am | delete
    Interesting lens!
  • TheGourmetCoffeeGuy Oct 5, 2011 @ 11:37 pm | delete
    Very interesting lens, thank you for sharing your insights!
  • dmill2 Oct 5, 2011 @ 11:03 pm | delete
    Great lens. Love the quotes and thoughts on government. Would like more on starting a network marketing business. Tim Sales does a great job of arguing for mlms in his video, "Brilliant Compensation." To view it, visit www.explorefreedom.com/gig/
  • jonart Oct 5, 2011 @ 7:44 pm | delete
    Thanks for teaching me a new word today: obdurate. Nice to see an honest approach to starting a business. Lots of great advice, thanks, John
  • geektax Oct 5, 2011 @ 3:21 pm | delete
    great lens..thanks
  • Linda Weir Oct 5, 2011 @ 12:34 pm | delete
    Good thoughts, even better quotes!
  • RF153541 Oct 5, 2011 @ 9:32 am | delete
    Great lens... well thought and put.... thanks for posting this... god bless...
  • Papier Oct 4, 2011 @ 9:10 pm | delete
    I'm an advocate, coach, for the families of brain-injured persons.
  • katiecolette Oct 4, 2011 @ 7:44 pm | delete
    What a great article! I had to print out Mark Twain's quote about "breaking complex overwhelming tasks into managageable tasks" - so true, that is the one thing I often struggle with :)
  • thefightingarts Oct 4, 2011 @ 7:28 pm | delete
    I love this. As a small business owner planning to start a second business, sometimes little tidbits of inspiration can take the anxiety level down a smidge. This lens contains said tidbits of inspiration and I appreciate it. Thanks!
  • jksterling Oct 4, 2011 @ 6:04 pm | delete
    Thank you for this informative lens. I'll revisit.
  • anupma Oct 4, 2011 @ 10:53 am | delete
    Each and every word of lense is really very inspiring. great lense. I love you quotes that are really incomparable and unique.
  • najem Oct 4, 2011 @ 2:28 am | delete
    Nice lens that helps young businessman :)
  • ModernChakra Oct 3, 2011 @ 7:50 pm | delete
    Sharing my unique understanding of how technology and holistic healing are related and the benefits it can give for achieving personal freedom... spiritually, physically, monetarily, all with love. Great and inspiration lens, your opening story is one of my favorites and have actually told it recently. Keep up the good work and thank you!
  • ana_nimoss Oct 3, 2011 @ 7:31 pm | delete
    Writing for children and self-publishing, and making sure that some will read!
  • MareeT Oct 3, 2011 @ 6:05 pm | delete
    Thanks for the good tips and inspiration!
  • LaurenIM Oct 1, 2011 @ 5:29 pm | delete
    Dream business is no more as it has become a reality. Working from home, going to the beach, traveling if I want.
  • SandraGahlinger Oct 1, 2011 @ 11:10 am | delete
    The opening story is fantastic - and a great illustration on perspective and knowing what one wants. This is a fantastic lens on getting started in business and working toward freedom - realistic AND optimistic, a difficult combo to pull off. Brava!
  • cornelsimms Sep 30, 2011 @ 8:59 am | delete
    I like your # idea on how to success in business, you have a wonderful lens. They are all very informative.
  • PopCultureFan Sep 29, 2011 @ 11:44 am | delete
    Great lens, very informative! Thanks!
  • lauraklebsch Sep 28, 2011 @ 8:27 am | delete
    I've had multiple jobs where the bosses just don't know how to treat people, and what they don't understand is you won't get the best work out of someone you don't show respect to. I have been a supervisor in a past position and loved my people. I would love to have a business where I was the boss and could show people that there are authority figures out there that are willing to teach, train, and give respect. I know thats pretty broad but if anyone has any ideas for me I'm listening......
  • djroll Sep 28, 2011 @ 12:38 am | delete
    This is a wonderful lens. I'm glad I watched the video, Day of the Longtail. It was funny, but had a lot of truth in it too.
  • Dan90017 Sep 27, 2011 @ 3:49 pm | delete
    My dream business is to revolutionize billboards. To have digital billboards set up all around metro areas and to have a website where users can bid/buy billboard space and upload their ads or marriage proposals!
  • iracer_JLo Sep 27, 2011 @ 3:08 am | delete
    I'd love to start a photography business someday. I think it would be fun on the side, but definitely not something I'd want to rely on for all my income.
  • mzareen Sep 25, 2011 @ 11:18 pm | delete
    I love to write, blog and teach about how great the future is going to be!
  • tokyonights7 Sep 25, 2011 @ 12:53 pm | delete
    I am already in the process of starting up my own greeting card business. I've always been an artist at heart, but never wanted to work for a company and play by their rules. I've got a blog, Facebook page, and Squidoo lens up and running, all to promote my business. The learning curve certainly isn't easy, but it's been a rewarding adventure so far.
  • aussieremovals Sep 25, 2011 @ 12:00 pm | delete
    Great lens!
  • Surfer83 Sep 24, 2011 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    Great lens. I love the story about Bill and Arturo above. Thank you for sharing.
  • grgryosborne Sep 23, 2011 @ 9:57 pm | delete
    Great lens full of highly beneficial and informative insights. Will definitely continue to tune in and learn more from your future inputs...
  • moonlitta Sep 23, 2011 @ 11:57 am | delete
    Wonderfully written, and Angel blessed as part of "I love that word" quest- glad I chose "business" to spend a few blessings!:)
  • crudeoilsystems Sep 21, 2011 @ 10:43 pm | delete
    Hope to own a small business someday and this lens give me great info, thanks!!
  • concha44 Sep 20, 2011 @ 9:33 am | delete
    great lens! can't wait to read more
  • patriciahedge Sep 19, 2011 @ 12:45 pm | delete
    Very informative and well written I'm sure your lens will be very helpful to many newbies
  • writer_villa Sep 19, 2011 @ 2:39 am | delete
    I like this lens!
  • Chris-H Sep 17, 2011 @ 4:50 am | delete
    I want to teach people the difference between money and wealth; between working for wages and creating assets. I want to help people reclaim their lives.

    I love this lens! Blessed. :)
  • sinclair89 Sep 15, 2011 @ 7:56 pm | delete
    Love this lens!
  • RedHotDesign Sep 14, 2011 @ 2:22 am | delete
    Fantastic, insightful lens. Very well written- thank you for sharing!!
    Honest business is good business!!
  • businessinfo1 Sep 14, 2011 @ 1:34 am | delete
    Nice lens,people who fond of business can refer to this post. Tank you for sharing your side. hoping to see more business lens from you.
  • cheech1981 Sep 13, 2011 @ 11:21 am | delete
    totally agree with creating an honest business. people are more loyal that way and give lots of references too
  • TheGourmetCoffeeGuy Sep 9, 2011 @ 9:14 pm | delete
    Great lens, very good content. Thank you for sharing your insights!
  • Mrmillennium_77 Sep 9, 2011 @ 8:47 pm | delete
    This was very motivational and gave me some great ideas. Thanks a bunch.
  • therabill Sep 9, 2011 @ 7:28 am | delete
    I started my dream business. It is called Therabill. It took up most of my time and didn't make much money at first. But I didn't care, I enjoyed doing it. I worked on creating it nights and weekends. I was happy to have found something that I loved doing. It is now growing nicely.
  • businessinfo1 Sep 8, 2011 @ 1:51 am | delete
    as I asses my self writing is my passion in life.I cannot spend one day without writing, i have my own laptop with me and if i'm in the mood to write, I write.
  • christydeena Sep 7, 2011 @ 9:25 pm | delete
    I've always loved writing and like working independently, so being a freelance writer is my dream job and since I've started doing it there's never been a boring day at the "office."
  • nuestraherencia Sep 7, 2011 @ 6:53 pm | delete
    Another great lens...I especially like the Warren Buffet quote about integrity. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.

    I have tried to write about "subjects that make others money"...but my best lenses are always those I am passionate about. I will continue down that path.
  • AsaGislason Sep 7, 2011 @ 11:48 am | delete
    Must share what I have printed out on my desk... in case I need inspiration

    Nothing in the world can
    take the place of persistence

    Talent will not; nothing is more common
    than unsuccessful people with talent

    Genius will not; unrewarded genius
    is almost a proverb

    Education will not;
    the world is full of educated derelicts.

    Persistence and determination
    alone are omnipotent
    (Calvin Coolidge)
  • anatomyphysiology101 Sep 6, 2011 @ 3:43 am | delete
    Yes, PotPieGirl has a great marketing plan and she is one of the best online biz mentors out there. Great lens!
  • Sep 4, 2011 @ 7:11 pm | delete
    I would recommend the following advice for aspiring entrepreneurs:
    1) Start small. You don't have to have the best idea to get started. It is important to get started right away on a idea. The best ideas come from working and solving problems.
    2) Most people will try to discourage you from starting your own business, IGNORE them.
  • kensand Sep 1, 2011 @ 6:11 pm | delete
    Thank you for non-nonsense advice!
  • dubsport01 Sep 1, 2011 @ 10:00 am | delete
    great lens
  • chillingbreeze Sep 1, 2011 @ 12:50 am | delete
    That's a wow lens :) A sensible info and help to businessperson and newbies equally
  • hornetsnest Aug 31, 2011 @ 11:29 pm | delete
    cool lens.
  • TIRMassageStone Aug 31, 2011 @ 5:28 pm | delete
    It's funny because my dream business really is almost any business that provides a quality product or service for a good customer. Other than that I'm not too worried about the product or service. I just love business.
  • businessinfo1 Aug 31, 2011 @ 3:37 am | delete
    For me I'm not a business oriented person but somehow I learned the management part of my course. Yeah agree that putting up a business is never been easy, but when you've learn enough skills how to grow it then the thing will just go smoothly.
  • ramfir Aug 30, 2011 @ 7:20 am | delete
    It's not easy to start a business. Been there, done that. But once you start and gain momentum, its hard to stop.
  • businessinfo1 Aug 30, 2011 @ 1:08 am | delete
    Hello there! I enjoy reading your lens this such good topic for the person who want to jump into the business field. I really agree that if you really wan t that thing you need to make away to fulfill it. hoping to read more inspiring lenses from you.
  • BlueStarling Aug 29, 2011 @ 10:35 pm | delete
    This is an interesting lens, with helpful advice for the entrepreneur, and I enjoyed reading it. Totally agree that one should pursue what they love to do and that the freedom of working for yourself is a major perk. I am self employed, with an attitude much like Arturo's, having always found time to be more important than money.
  • Showpup Aug 29, 2011 @ 8:04 pm | delete
    Good information. My son is looking for ideas on his own business. It's in our blood, I think. ;-)
  • tenraj Aug 28, 2011 @ 11:34 pm | delete
    Wonderful lens and such a great information.. Keep it up!
  • NickYocca Aug 28, 2011 @ 4:03 am | delete
    That is a wonderful lens, Mr. Wallace, and I thank you on behalf of many future visionaries for assembling and making accessible so much of your wisdom and so many resources. This provides great inspiration and a balanced perspective. Often indecisiveness is the entrepreneur's enemy--any decision that an entrepreneur can make is better than making none--and being proved wrong is far better than inaction for the sake of avoiding a mistake.
  • Josh Aug 26, 2011 @ 12:50 pm | delete
    I am starting a Small business development center where web store owners can help each other and advertise their business to the public.
  • plumbgreen Aug 25, 2011 @ 12:30 pm | delete
    Thanks for the great info...
  • BusinessSarah Aug 23, 2011 @ 3:08 pm | delete
    Thanks for the great lens -- you've been very comprehensive!
  • kingston33 Aug 22, 2011 @ 10:45 am | delete
    My dream is to own an online empire
  • MountainofGlory Aug 26, 2011 @ 11:01 am | delete
    Hi Kingston,
    That sounds great. Cuddle and nurture your ideas (dreams). I dea is man's greatest asset. More important than money.
  • ThomasNKlotz Aug 22, 2011 @ 12:18 am | delete
    Doing work from home comes across as fresh as well as exciting concept for many who need to be their very own employer. In order to work from home and be successful you need some basic home based business ideas.

    Family Attorney Chicago
  • MountainofGlory Aug 26, 2011 @ 11:06 am | delete
    Hi Thomas,
    You nailed it. Business idea is critical to starting and growing a successful business.
  • webcodez Aug 20, 2011 @ 7:29 am | delete
    I would love to start a Web Development company, always been my dream to build up such own business!
  • nichemarket101 Aug 19, 2011 @ 1:10 pm | delete
    Great information. All the lens makes good reading for every serious entrepreneur.
  • dbametrix Aug 19, 2011 @ 10:58 am | delete
    Nice informative about business ideas.
  • soonlim Aug 19, 2011 @ 9:47 am | delete
    Lots of great information and ideas on starting your own business. Nice job!
  • shivnagsudhakar Aug 19, 2011 @ 5:49 am | delete
    good
  • WMarvin Aug 16, 2011 @ 9:13 pm | delete
    Very Nice lens and enjoyed the content.
  • TIRMassageStone Aug 15, 2011 @ 4:48 pm | delete
    One that allows me to share my talents but at the same time allows me to spend time with my family. Other than that, I really don't care what the business is and I have no problem working hard.
  • palaiden Aug 15, 2011 @ 3:22 pm | delete
    Great lens!
  • grifith Aug 13, 2011 @ 10:29 am | delete
    Very Nice Lens.
  • franstan Aug 13, 2011 @ 6:40 am | delete
    Blessed by a visiting Squid Angel
  • Verdantia Aug 10, 2011 @ 10:53 am | delete
    Very well written Lense! Absolutely loved all the content & ideas.
  • bercton Aug 10, 2011 @ 7:36 am | delete
    Great lens! very inspiring!
  • Dorothy Griffin Aug 9, 2011 @ 4:25 pm | delete
    This is AWESOME information it will definitely help grow my business at http://autoxten.com/250k
  • snigdhakrishna Aug 8, 2011 @ 11:23 pm | delete
    Thanks for sharing, I liked the wisdom on this page and especially the list of books are awesome.
  • seedlingspublishinggroup Aug 8, 2011 @ 4:04 pm | delete
    Freelance editing. I am working on it. Gaining clients is a slow process, but it will be worth it in end!
  • bhatnagarashish001 Aug 5, 2011 @ 8:29 am | delete
    Nice ideas. I like your ideas. Thanks for sharing your ideas with me.
  • SarahGh Aug 3, 2011 @ 5:05 am | delete
    Very interesting advice and lens!! I am slowly building myself up to reach a point where I can own my private business! Thanks :)
  • Lindrus Aug 3, 2011 @ 12:15 am | delete
    Thank you for your inspiring advice!
  • NidhiRajat Aug 1, 2011 @ 1:41 pm | delete
    i want to become busniess tycoon.trying hard with my husband and wanna get success!!!
  • Aug 1, 2011 @ 9:42 am | delete
    Hmm...Taking actions dealing will lead you to success,even if you struggle along the way,one should understand.For through struggle comes understanding.
    Hmm...one should not allow these struggle to weaken their motivation.Be persistent even if are walking in a path full of thorns.
    Hmm...Having the correct mindset is also the key to success.
  • jwbkking Jul 29, 2011 @ 6:39 pm | delete
    I agree that taking action is the first step towards owning your own business; doing the proper research and planning is paramount to success; I encourage my clients who start a business Nova Scotia
    to get a support team in place before risking any significant amount of capital
  • mummykay Jul 27, 2011 @ 4:19 pm | delete
    I like working on the internet, but I find everything is geared towards the USA: search engines, most affiliate marketing, I will write a lens about it and have already done a video and put it on youtube.
  • Mikaela Jul 25, 2011 @ 8:50 am | delete
    It helps a lot! thank you!
    by the way guys come and visit our site www.carneyproperties.com
  • TheManTheBrand Jul 24, 2011 @ 7:57 am | delete
    After rebuilding a website that was damaged from a virus attack, i saw there were opportunities with the small business sector and the lack of true support of them. Most websites were 'Launch And Leave' with no futher tuning, or updating. SO! I created a company to help in the process. One on One visits, drop ins, suggestions. Think business coaching for the digital age. =)
  • BellParc Jul 23, 2011 @ 1:26 am | delete
    recently started another business of mine, creating|organising|visions. so many ideas to put into reality!
  • abraxasdiscala Jul 20, 2011 @ 3:44 pm | delete
    Amazing post! I enjoyed reading it. Check out my business ideas @ http://www.ajdiscala.com/
  • robsimson Jul 18, 2011 @ 7:47 am | delete
    I love all the quotes! I'm taking notes. ;0)
  • JustinBarley Jul 14, 2011 @ 12:57 pm | delete
    Before starting to work as a journalist I used to work for a man and van London company...
    Now one of my smallest dreams is to be able to start a successful man and van business
  • John Jul 13, 2011 @ 11:03 pm | delete
    i agree with you Lapidus, it has a big difference between finding a job and inventing a job. Some people start there business in nowhere just like Scrap metals but because of there will to earn, they are in the top of success no. http://www.scrapmetalsydney.com/
  • lapidus Jul 11, 2011 @ 5:23 pm | delete
    Yes, today we have lot of opportunities how to make money with own business and one thing is internet.You can write blogs and promote your website example.
    Every business with good feedback is welcome.
    http://webworther.com/
  • FutureNotion Jul 7, 2011 @ 12:48 pm | delete
    I encourage everyone to start their own businesses Inventing a job is better than finding one. If you have an idea for a business and your willing to take risk executing it then consider yourself a entrepreneur.
  • JetVirtualoffice Jul 6, 2011 @ 4:07 am | delete
    Great lens... Starting a business is hard work, but it is surely worth it!
  • FutureNotion Jul 7, 2011 @ 12:51 pm | delete
    To add to that business is also fun work because that explains a lot about passion. If you wake up in the morning looking forward to work and come in early etc then your on to something.
  • TIRMassageStone Jun 28, 2011 @ 3:53 pm | delete
    Good quotes.
  • Jun 28, 2011 @ 10:05 am | delete
    I just got started on my venture, but wish there was more help for the ones that don't have a large budget to advertise, it's expensive.
  • Michael Jun 23, 2011 @ 3:56 pm | delete
    Loved it.

    clocktowermedia.com
  • sponias Jun 23, 2011 @ 11:39 am | delete
    Thank you for your guidance. My business would easily triumph if I didn’t have so many competitors online.
  • NumbaOne-1 Jun 19, 2011 @ 12:53 am | delete
    awesome lens.. a simple idea followed through on is better than the best idea wasted. Also, to any future prospective business owners, limit the amount of variables that might affect your business and life will be good; i.e. occam's razor of capitalism.
  • pramodbisht Jun 18, 2011 @ 1:38 am | delete
    Excellent lense! and great motivation.
  • lasertek Jun 17, 2011 @ 12:18 pm | delete
    maybe a food business is something that I want to put up in the future. Btw, great looking lens. Awesome job!
    Take a peek at my lens, Homeschooling 101: Guide to Free Curriculum and Other Resources.
  • niyasparoli Jun 16, 2011 @ 2:56 pm | delete
    its more help full one...
  • caretakerray Jun 16, 2011 @ 11:16 am | delete
    Allen:
    Excellent lense! Anyone wishing to start thier own business should definately talk to you first! I am absolutly including you in one of my "featured lense" lists!
  • rach29 Jun 16, 2011 @ 1:27 am | delete
    Cool lens!!
  • zjm Jun 15, 2011 @ 10:04 pm | delete
    Great Lens !!Thanks for your share!
  • CarynJSwift56889 Jun 15, 2011 @ 3:38 am | delete
    yeah, costumer feel good, you feel better
  • ukgreetingcards Jun 14, 2011 @ 2:31 pm | delete
    I like this really good lens thanks for sharing this with us
  • Jun 13, 2011 @ 5:05 pm | delete
    customer experience is at the heart of success...the internal customer too...if you treat your own people right...great products and great service will follow..creating success
  • JCEverett Jun 13, 2011 @ 2:21 pm | delete
    Awesome informative and inspirational post. Alot of people need to be sat down and told what can and can't be accomplished before they actually make a move.

    In my own lens I explain why entrepreneurship is great all around for the individual and the economy http://www.squidoo.com/entrepreneur-the-economy-friendly-alternative
  • talaberry Jun 13, 2011 @ 2:14 pm | delete
    Great lens!
  • Jun 10, 2011 @ 12:12 pm | delete
    Wonderfully Written Well and Wise (Lens) !
  • jhardy2008 Jun 10, 2011 @ 2:34 am | delete
    nice article on start your business.
  • soyanz Jun 9, 2011 @ 2:34 am | delete
    Wow! nice lens its help a lot to understand business.
  • thezakencorporation Jun 6, 2011 @ 4:33 pm | delete
    Congrats on your lens! I particularly like the inspirational quotes.
  • bjc211 May 31, 2011 @ 11:17 am | delete
    Well explained info. on this lens. especially the book list. Great work.
  • Sire01 May 29, 2011 @ 1:34 am | delete
    I've been in business for some thirty odd years and I've done well enough to provide for my family as well as putting aside a little nest egg. I've found that having a business in the real world is a lot easier than starting one online. I've been online now for awhile and while I'm making money it's now where near enough.

    Still, I'm not one to give up and so I've just started another niche, one I have high hopes for.
  • beardvc Jun 2, 2011 @ 8:49 am | delete
    Put yourself a part from the US, Go Gobal as much as you can, advertise in other country. US is havjng money problems
  • Chardoo May 25, 2011 @ 3:00 pm | delete
    writing is my dream--I have started the journey with a partially finished book, squidoo and my web site. I love the fisherman story---he just didn't want to grow
  • js36927 May 25, 2011 @ 5:25 am | delete
    Very highly maintained your lens. I also getting some idea for maintain my lens.
  • brandanhicks May 24, 2011 @ 9:42 pm | delete
    great! this really helps with some of my ideas/my landscaping service!
  • propertyandlandsale May 23, 2011 @ 4:58 pm | delete
    I am a repeat visitor to this lens. It is so closely related to my www.squidoo.com/startup-a-business lens that I couldn't stay away. You have a lot of great information. I would be interested to know if the lens was this thorough from the launch, or if it grew over time. I can see why it bears the coveted purple star. Congratulations.
  • BFuniv.com May 23, 2011 @ 7:25 pm | delete
    This lens is still growing. Every now and then I'll find a relevant quote or think of a new angle to present. Squidoo responds well to incremental changes. There is always room for improvement.

    I'm glad you enjoyed it.
  • sujaysen May 22, 2011 @ 2:15 pm | delete
    Good idea.
  • Lace9 May 22, 2011 @ 11:18 am | delete
    Congratulations on a masterpiece of a lens! While I am more focused on selling my artwork online since I moved to the US, I successfully ran two small businesses when I still lived in the UK. One I was co-owner/founder of until we sold it for considerable profit and the second I ran on my lonesome before moving here to begin a new life with my husband. Even so I have still just gained a few new insights reading your lens and I know only too well how useful this information you are sharing truly is. I hope all the other entrepreneurs out there reading this realise how lucky they are to have stumbled across it.
  • dragonsix May 20, 2011 @ 9:47 pm | delete
    Starting your own business is not for everyone, but when you decide to start yours, focus and commit to it. It is a lot harder than working for an employer but the rewards are there, along with the stress.
  • Peter May 20, 2011 @ 3:34 pm | delete
    Great Information.Learn a lot for your site.Thanks.
    http://www.yeptextbonuses.com
  • MoonMaa May 17, 2011 @ 4:17 pm | delete
    This is an very great and informative regarding starting your own business. It's nothing like having your own business!
  • sapheyerblu May 17, 2011 @ 10:34 am | delete
    I'm a freelance writer who has been ghostwriting for nearly 3 years now. But even so, I'm still learning and will continue to learn as the writing industry is an ever-evolving business.
  • linktowealth May 15, 2011 @ 9:46 am | delete
    Terrific lens, filled with truths that I have learned over the past 40 years. I was 20, alone in London when I read an old magazine...it said, "He who falls is not a failure, only if he lays there". Now I'm wealthy, I try to inspire others through http://provenmoneymaking methods.com the URL says it all.
  • propertyandlandsale May 13, 2011 @ 10:18 pm | delete
    Cool lens. Love the story about Arturo. Thanks!
  • May 13, 2011 @ 8:55 am | delete
    Great guide!! thanks a lot
  • Richard Essi May 12, 2011 @ 2:54 am | delete
    Hi Allan,

    Wow, what an amazing lens!

    I love the way you have broken down the whole mindset of what it takes to start a business and how to actually stay on top.

    2 key principles you touched on that I really struck a cord with me were:

    Integrity pays
    Think about your customer more than you think about your profit

    I never cease to be amazed at how many "budding entrepreneurs" like you put it miss this.

    And of course....be determined to the core, and never give up.

    Great stuff Allan! Keep up the good work.

    Richard

    www.inspireroad.com
  • BEAGOLDBUYERdotcom May 10, 2011 @ 5:44 am | delete
    Excellent point about integrity; it cannot be overemphasized. I also like how you mentioned that some people are not looking to start a business so much as they just want extra income.
    As far my business idea, I suggest that seekers look into becoming a cash for gold buyer or gold party host/ess. My lenses explain the opportunity and so does my website at http://www.beagoldbuyer.com
    Thanks for the great lense, very informative.
  • WorldVisionary3 May 8, 2011 @ 4:21 pm | delete
    Lots of nice brainstorming here....thanks!
  • Wedding_Mom May 7, 2011 @ 10:41 am | delete
    This is such a good lens to read. People who wants to learn about putting up their own business will learn a lot from this. Thanks so much for sharing it.
  • Benmajer May 7, 2011 @ 2:46 am | delete
    Starting your own company isn't as hard as people seem to think it is. Starting an E-business takes a few minutes with the right ideas.
    People need to be dedicated and not give up!
  • Tricia2354 May 3, 2011 @ 8:39 pm | delete
    Im dreaming about putting up a business wherein I also enjoyed working on it. I dont wanna get employed I want to be the boss of my own. This site really helps me and gives me brilliant ideas. You may also refer from here enablefinance.com
  • debinz May 3, 2011 @ 7:15 pm | delete
    I'd love to start my own business, though it's an idea I forget about and then come back to regularly. Your lens really got me thinking about the possibilities... Thanks!
  • michaellebb Apr 28, 2011 @ 1:14 pm | delete
    There is no doubt you can change your life by opening your own business, but on the flip side be prepared to spend many hours per day ( more than 8 and less than 24 ) in getting it off the ground.
    I try to cover some most of what being part of starting a business is about on the blog http://www.1mjl.com. I cover health, economics, and finance as well. But try to keep relevant information that entrepreneurs might appreciate. -Thanks, Michael Lebb
  • internet_times Apr 24, 2011 @ 10:53 pm | delete
    I started my second business about a year ago. I just can't get rid of passion. I even give up a nice secure job to try it again. My first business took off nicely and then crashed. It is hard and sometimes painful but I can't really live with the idea of not following up with my goal.
  • crosscreations Apr 22, 2011 @ 7:42 am | delete
    Sure I've started my own dream business, dozens of times... and still chugging away. You deliver a unique perspective here, impressive.
  • theprintcenter Apr 21, 2011 @ 12:49 pm | delete
    Very nice lens, I've started my own business, and I can say that it isn't easy. But it is VERY rewarding. Seeing all your time and effort that you put in start to pay off.
  • LensSeller Apr 20, 2011 @ 6:27 am | delete
    An excellent, well thought out lens Allan.
  • animalmuppet Apr 12, 2011 @ 11:01 pm | delete
    great inspirational lens!
  • alyssa87 Apr 11, 2011 @ 1:06 am | delete
    top class lens, v v v v informative, i must say great effort, this lens will serve as a guideline for all of us :) thank you
  • WilliamSimons Apr 8, 2011 @ 8:01 pm | delete
    there are a lot of jems here
  • careermom Apr 1, 2011 @ 8:37 am | delete
    great job!
  • britishidol2011 Mar 28, 2011 @ 9:26 am | delete
    I can say that it is Inspiring and effective
  • Deepak Mar 28, 2011 @ 5:08 am | delete
    thnx
    ur ideas have inspired me do be strong in life at every ups and downs
    thnx from heart
  • sweer Mar 24, 2011 @ 3:04 am | delete
    Great informative lens.your business ideas are very useful to me.Thanks for sharing. strategic planning software
  • UKGhostwriter Mar 21, 2011 @ 11:54 am | delete
    Likke your other lenses, very interesting!
  • bboy131 Mar 21, 2011 @ 3:57 am | delete
    Thank you!mega
  • BetterHealthCoverageOptions Mar 21, 2011 @ 12:13 am | delete
    Thanks for the info.
  • zentao Mar 20, 2011 @ 12:53 pm | delete
    I have been working on starting my online business. This lens is great resource. Thanks for making it! I appreciate you work and effort to make this great!
  • mannan21 Mar 18, 2011 @ 1:49 am | delete
    This lens truly an eye opening...I already have smal scale art & design business...hope to have an empire of online base business and helping people in future...thanks again and kudos to master Allan...
  • Mansoor Ghazi Mar 10, 2011 @ 2:31 am | delete
    I want to power the future of the world, my country and my people. An energy business.
  • m4rkb3rt Mar 10, 2011 @ 1:15 am | delete
    After reading this topic, I can't wait to start my own business. Keep it up. Looking forward for your next lenses :)
  • COUNTRYLUTHIER Mar 7, 2011 @ 9:53 am | delete
    This is goooooood! Great lens craftsmanship. That long tail thing, it's real and a good thing for all of us!
  • nagiracbe Mar 6, 2011 @ 11:32 pm | delete
    Really useful. We have to work very sincerely to run a business successfully. Thanks for sharing such a great lens. Cheap Windows Hosting
  • sugunalinus Mar 1, 2011 @ 7:47 pm | delete
    I started a business with computers - training and development - but could not succeed. But I long to start one in future. Thanks
  • lindarandall Feb 26, 2011 @ 9:29 am | delete
    connecting to my business blog roll and blessing squid angel :)
  • BadSoulPhotography Feb 21, 2011 @ 4:23 am | delete
    Started a photography business
  • GrahamCurwen Feb 10, 2011 @ 4:54 pm | delete
    This is a great lens with lots of interesting quotes and a few books that I might have to get. We already run our own dream business, with the home shopping company Kleeneze. we have the flexability to work when we want and more importantly help other people do the same.
  • Momsbusy247 Feb 8, 2011 @ 12:07 am | delete
    Right here is my dream business... being able to make a living on squidoo would make me very happy!
  • JeremiahStanghini Feb 7, 2011 @ 9:36 pm | delete
    Really glad you have Ferriss' book on here. It's the quintessential manual for a more balanced lifestyle.

    With Love and Gratitude,

    Jeremiah
  • creative79 Feb 7, 2011 @ 4:19 pm | delete
    Even though I read a lot of these books, there some new ones I haven't heard of before.
    Great info. Thanks
  • Luminosity Feb 5, 2011 @ 1:53 pm | delete
    I am trying to create other successful people which will in turn make me successful indeed.
  • christene96 Feb 3, 2011 @ 3:58 am | delete
    informative post i must say!
  • SYOBO Works Feb 2, 2011 @ 1:04 am | delete
    Great quotes! There is much to do when starting your own business, not the least of which being to remain true to your original intent to work the best you know how to please your customers, which often is not what a boss wants you to do. That alone is sufficient reason to be your own boss.
  • WilliamSimons Jan 23, 2011 @ 8:17 pm | delete
    Very Inspiring
  • JeffA Jan 23, 2011 @ 12:26 pm | delete
    Nice Lens!! Keep up the good work!!
  • joy Jan 21, 2011 @ 5:24 pm | delete
    i would like to own my own food kitchen to serve food that r home cooked .
  • Jan 12, 2011 @ 4:05 pm | delete
    I would love to teach through the Internet from home I teach ECDL/ICDL applications Microsoft and others the Internet & communications Word. Access, PowerPoint etc
  • KeenanSteel Jan 11, 2011 @ 8:44 am | delete
    I might also mention that it's an excellent idea, in my experience of starting businesses, to look for business strategies that require minimal risk and minimal overhead costs. If something at work comes up, I don't have to worry about losing money in my side-businesses.
  • Positivevibestechnician Jan 10, 2011 @ 4:30 pm | delete
    great lens lots of really positive information
  • JodiVee Jan 10, 2011 @ 11:07 am | delete
    Great lens, I found it very inspiring and informative :)

    (JobVirtue.com)
  • dellgirl Jan 10, 2011 @ 1:00 am | delete
    Beautiful lens, awesome and inspirational information you have here! Thanks for sharing. 5 stars and thumbs up.
  • plaidlunchbox Jan 6, 2011 @ 4:30 pm | delete
    Thanks for an inspirational lens! Best of luck to all who are building their businesses in the new year! I am trying to do that at myfrugalfriend.com
  • Jan 4, 2011 @ 3:32 pm | delete
    Very inspiring quotes and examples for those starting their own business for the first time. Really enjoyed this lens. Thanks for sharing.
  • jackiebolen Jan 3, 2011 @ 9:11 pm | delete
    Many excellent ideas. Thank you!
  • Fignewton37 Jan 1, 2011 @ 5:21 pm | delete
    I like your lens. The way I think about starting a profitable internet business is that it is kind of like learning to play baseball for the first time. Someone can give you a ball, a bat, a glove and a rule book, but until you play a lot you will not be hitting any homeruns for quite a while. With that said, i like the joke about how do you get to Carnegie Hall?
    A: Practice, practice, practice.
    Thanks for the lens.
  • ZephyrBlue Dec 31, 2010 @ 5:51 pm | delete
    I like your quotes, they are inspirational!
  • Dec 24, 2010 @ 1:59 pm | delete
    good info..thanks
  • jaktraks Dec 24, 2010 @ 12:25 pm | delete
    Excellent lens! Glad I stopped by.
  • puranroy Dec 22, 2010 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    Good keep them coming :)
  • ezpostcard Dec 19, 2010 @ 8:26 am | delete
    Amazing and very informative.
  • themespalace Dec 19, 2010 @ 4:45 am | delete
    Impressive and nice lens.
  • KDimmick Dec 19, 2010 @ 12:04 am | delete
    Blessed by an angel :)
  • javrsmith Dec 15, 2010 @ 7:32 pm | delete
    This lens is an inspiration. Blessed by a Squid Angel.
  • wedlinks2010 Dec 14, 2010 @ 8:13 pm | delete
    This is a beautiful lens and i think another good business idea is making wedding favors cheap
  • leathersleepersofa Dec 12, 2010 @ 3:40 pm | delete
    Thanks,Nice lens
  • MissMerFaery Dec 10, 2010 @ 3:29 pm | delete
    Great lens! Excellent information and inspiring too :)
  • Dec 7, 2010 @ 7:17 pm | delete
    Really good lens. Thanks.
  • WorldVisionary Dec 6, 2010 @ 9:36 am | delete
    Thanks for the inspiration!
  • JerryB Dec 1, 2010 @ 7:55 am | delete
    Great lens! Information that is much needed in todays economy.
  • sideways1 Nov 27, 2010 @ 10:31 pm | delete
    great lens with perspective on life and not just work.

    Chris
    www.squidoo.com/what-determines-a-wines-price
  • realscents Nov 25, 2010 @ 10:41 pm | delete
    Still pushing and still keeping the faith I have a dream that I hope to fullfill. With my business i hope to become financialy independent from my 9-5, and do more of the things that I like to do. Thanks for the positive support to uplift my inner growth.
  • AlanMaddick Nov 21, 2010 @ 3:38 am | delete
    Great inspirational page! I added you to my favorites & look forward to getting some updates.
    Small Business Accountants
  • aesta1 Nov 21, 2010 @ 1:51 am | delete
    We are doing our consulting business successfully now and we do this by working hard to be the best and to do the best for the people we work with.
  • emquzu Nov 20, 2010 @ 5:14 am | delete
    I'm glad you put Think and Grow Rich as number 1 as this book has been so influencial to me in my life and I rate it as my number 1 book too for home based business and in fact anything you ever want in life. Great lens by the way, lots of good info
  • Gail47 Nov 18, 2010 @ 6:30 pm | delete
    My dream business is any that would allow me special time with my grandson. Oh, that's right, that's what I am doing now! Comprehensive lens and a joy to read.
  • granmicrobio Nov 17, 2010 @ 12:36 am | delete
    I really liked this lens, because I get many inspiring ideas. Thanks.
  • Nov 14, 2010 @ 2:31 pm | delete
    I like your lens. There's so much negativity in the world. It's nice to see some positivity.
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  • Faythe Nov 12, 2010 @ 12:37 am | delete
    Wow I love this lense ~ do update more ~ <3
  • MentorPalokaj Nov 11, 2010 @ 3:12 am | delete
    The first step is always the most difficult, and very often not done at all... I agree...
  • EasyW Nov 6, 2010 @ 12:27 pm | delete
    Great lens! Thanks for all the info!
  • GrammaLinda Nov 2, 2010 @ 1:19 am | delete
    Isn't it funny how others react when we start a small business, especially if it is an online business? Gentle derision from those who don't want to hurt our feelings, and outright hostility from those who think we are idiots for trying. Stepping out of the beaten path to own our own time isn't easy, but it is necessary in this economic climate.
  • theexecutiveplan Oct 31, 2010 @ 8:41 pm | delete
    My business dream is to help other entrepreneurs start successful businesses. I currently work a business incubator where we help small business launch and grow.

    In the future I want to work on my own business full-time. I am the Founder & CEO of www.theexecutiveplan.com which helps entrepreneurs raise capital for their business by writing powerful business plan executive summaries.

    My dream is and will always be to make ExecutivePlan a force for helping entrepreneurs around the country and the world!
  • Phillyfreeze69 Oct 31, 2010 @ 6:49 pm | delete
    Very inspirational lens that has confirmed my belief in the principles persistence and determination when deciding to go into business for ones self. "Education will not do it...the world is full of educated derelects...genius will not do it...unrewarded genius is almost a proverb...talent will not. Nothing is more common in the world than unsuccessful men with talent. Persistence and Determination alone are omnipotent..." Calvin Coolidge, 30th President of the United States.
  • Margo_Arrowsmith Oct 28, 2010 @ 7:09 pm | delete
    I grew up with business owning parents. Hard work and they were happy
  • klittle27 Oct 27, 2010 @ 7:57 am | delete
    Thank you for the advise given from an intelligent individual. I need your help tell me if I'm doing anything right please subscribe to my squidoo page http://www.squidoo.com/ciber-space .
  • Unicora Oct 25, 2010 @ 1:17 pm | delete
    "The rewards of owning your own life are worth the investments you are about to make."

    Great comment and very true, i own my own business and though took and still takes work its so nice to own your own life and you get so more enjoyment in what you do.

    One comment I love and think is a great thought if you are worried about taking the plunge is;
    'The ability to bounce back after a setback is the single most important trait an entrepreneurial venture can possess.'
    Mark Searle
  • RitaK Oct 21, 2010 @ 12:27 pm | delete
    Great information, great inspiration! Thank you!
  • jabrebre Oct 19, 2010 @ 5:32 pm | delete
    Very inspiring lens, thanks!
  • BeatrizAlayon Oct 16, 2010 @ 7:56 am | delete
    I'm in the process of starting my own business. Great lens,very inspiring ( :
  • scar4 Oct 14, 2010 @ 9:11 pm | delete
    It's easy to start a business, but just too hard to be successful. Nice lens.
  • Ramonailona Oct 14, 2010 @ 8:24 pm | delete
    All my life I dreamed of having my Own business. Then one day 2 years ago I decided to stop dreaming and go for it. Although i didn't have any money to start with I did not let that stop me. Internet marketing is good I still have much to learn. I like your Lens very much.
  • gogreendaily Oct 14, 2010 @ 12:42 am | delete
    great lens. i love the long tail video too...
  • two4tiu Oct 13, 2010 @ 12:28 pm | delete
    actually starting is the hardest part! Great lens! A lot of the people i work with said the hardest part was actually getting started and believing they could do it. I have been blogging at www.famous2all.com about them and their success stories. Thanks for the great lens!
  • sdkrdk Oct 5, 2010 @ 1:52 am | delete
    Loved the way the article stresses on how much it is important for an entrepreneur to believe in his/her own idea. Entrepreneurs need to make sure that they are not taking their ventures as part-time pass-time. If they seriously want to flourish in their venture, they need to believe in their idea wholly-solely.
  • Aika Oct 3, 2010 @ 10:29 am | delete
    Starting a business needs a lot of planning and these tips and resources is very helpful.
  • thesuccess Oct 2, 2010 @ 2:56 pm | delete
    I'm always learning, reading great lens like this one, looking for my perfect niche!
  • howtocurecancer Sep 28, 2010 @ 2:21 pm | delete
    Great! You are a great man. Thank you for your lens. You are very opthimistic. Thanks again.
  • Jonathan Sep 17, 2010 @ 4:41 pm | delete
    I want to start a magazine buisness but i'm ten
  • BFuniv.com Sep 17, 2010 @ 5:17 pm | delete
    You can make a magazine for your neighborhood this week, and hand it out to your neighbors. You can also make a (free) Squidoo lens (and maybe earn a dime or two for yourself or charity) on your favorite topic - then keep coming back and making it better.

    There will be no better time to start writing. I saw sign the other day that said something like, "creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes, art is figuring out which mistakes are worth keeping." All great achievers make lots of mistakes, you have a chance to start early and enjoy the learning.
  • LandOfGadgets Sep 5, 2010 @ 3:43 pm | delete
    Nice Lens with lots of good info. My dream business has got to be a little but popular piece of the world wide web.
  • Sep 2, 2010 @ 11:56 pm | delete
    WOW! This is A LOT of information! I really appreciate all the tips and expertise! I am ready to start my own business NOW! I have been thinking about it for quite some time now! Thanks alot!
  • Dr-Know Sep 2, 2010 @ 11:59 am | delete
    Starting your own business based on something you are passionate is a great feeling. I have worked in amazing jobs with huge pay salaries and yet I have never been as happy in work as I am now running my business Unicora.com. The other reason I enjoy my job is that I specialise in helping small businesses get online and make a success of their passion.
  • ivoryresearch Aug 31, 2010 @ 6:55 am | delete
    "Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time." -Thomas Edison
    I agree, great Lens Allan, a woman was unemployed and had trouble changing her duvet covers so invented 3 bottons on the side and became a millionaire, sometimes ideas are staring right at you
  • RosegardenAdvice Aug 18, 2010 @ 4:07 am | delete
    Arturo's story reminded me of a similar one abt a guy who used to lie under an apple tree munching on apples and watching some construction workers working nearby. He was offered a similar proposition, he declined saying that what he wanted to do when he retires is to munch on apples watching the world pass by! Thanks for all the useful tips...nice lens. Enjoyed reading it.
  • BFuniv.com Aug 18, 2010 @ 1:33 pm | delete
    We all can have different longterm goals. The key is to have one. Thanks for the comment.
  • Aug 15, 2010 @ 10:01 pm | delete
    nice lens and i got many tips!
  • Hector Aug 12, 2010 @ 1:39 am | delete
    How can i start to have a good business
  • BFuniv.com Aug 12, 2010 @ 11:03 am | delete
    Ask yourself; "What goods or services can I produce that others will value enough to pay for them?" With bad times upon us, look for items not dependent on debt for transactions.
  • Mandeep singh Jun 15, 2010 @ 2:08 pm | delete
    I want to setup my own company Provide all services related to IT infrastructure, I am well qualified and trying to get contracts for the same. I am Masters of computer application, Microsoft certified system engineer and cisco certified network associate. Everything is ready at my end. A single small contract will work.
  • Muhammad Shafiq. Aug 2, 2010 @ 9:03 am | delete
    Hi
    I am doing job as computer technision. I want do my own business but no money. anyway Can you help me start home base business.
    I will be very thankful to you.
  • Norma_Budden Jun 1, 2010 @ 11:33 pm | delete
    Integrity - can't go to sleep without having mine intact. Great subject and well-presented lens.

    Congrats on your purple star! It's been featured in my Purple Star Series.
  • fromamericateel May 30, 2010 @ 1:53 pm | delete
    Persist ! Focus has been my bugaboo... and yet the more I focus the easier it becomes.

    Thank you,
  • GrowWear May 27, 2010 @ 5:34 pm | delete
    Love the integrity quote by Warren Buffet, and that longtail video!
  • lillian_washington May 24, 2010 @ 6:35 pm | delete
    Excellent lens! I recently started a business and I found your lens to be very helpful. I loved the quote "If you wish to prosper, let your customer prosper." Good info!
  • crk989 May 18, 2010 @ 3:11 pm | delete
    Love the opening story about Arturo, Great lens!
  • NicoleDean May 18, 2010 @ 12:44 pm | delete
    Wonderful lens with lots of great quotes and ideas! The first Shakespeare quote drew me in! So very true!
  • ritch3y May 12, 2010 @ 8:22 am | delete
    Great lens, im sure ill be using some of the information to my advantage, thank you.
  • aesta1 Apr 28, 2010 @ 8:20 pm | delete
    Am glad you highlighted persistence. I think that I may be lagging in this one. Maybe, I am far from hungry. Will keep trying.
  • brookehudson Apr 22, 2010 @ 9:05 pm | delete
    This is a great resource. Seth Godin's books are indeed helpful.
  • Demaw Apr 7, 2010 @ 5:04 am | delete
    Working for the government can be good experience for starting your own business. I know many well respected people who left government service and started their own business in a field similar to what they did in the government. The idea of being a business person has to be on your radar while working. They knew to get every free appropriate certificate and avail themselves of training and knowledge that was offered to further their goals. Unfortunately now maybe because of the economy, you will find a lot of cogs both in government and private industry.
  • individualprojectlifecycle Mar 29, 2010 @ 7:47 pm | delete
    As of now I have a plan to have my own business. It really helps for me.
  • Freelancers-MarketPlace Mar 24, 2010 @ 6:26 am | delete
    Great Lens. I think most people at some starting thinking of their own business
  • richperiod Mar 17, 2010 @ 9:39 am | delete
    Great Ideas from a great lens.
  • The_Idea_Gal Mar 10, 2010 @ 8:06 pm | delete
    Love the lens and especially the quote on integrity. I believe in integrity as well! 5 stars!
  • Mary Mar 10, 2010 @ 1:19 am | delete
    Iam a government employee but I would like to start up a small business but so far i have failed to locate one. I leave in a city suburb, but i do have some land in a far a lural area but the soils are not fetile. please advise on what i can do.
  • BFuniv.com Mar 10, 2010 @ 2:40 am | delete
    Mary, I don't know.

    Being a government employee is all about bureaucracy; following rules and taking orders. Running a business is all about finding out what is best for the customer, and discovering the way to best deliver it to their satisfaction.

    The first question to ask yourself, "Am I prepared to use original thought to solve other's problems, problems they will choose me to solve because I'm exceptional, and will pay me for the solution. If not, see if you can become a supplier to another government agency.

    It won't be a real business, but it is a step toward determining the best way to run your own life. The key is: don't ask - just start doing. With your own business you have to make the decisions or it isn't yours.

    The sad part of the last two hundred years of education is that its purpose was to train us to be good followers. Retrain yourself, You are far more capable than your schools let you believe. Your hesitation is a trained response, not a human one. Become human, not just another government cog.
  • conducting-a-feasibility-study Mar 6, 2010 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    another great lens i guess! Good to see these ideas you have shared..thanks for this, i've learned a lot from it..and i have the idea on how i can start my business now..still looking for more lenses from you..
  • The Coaching Rebel Mar 3, 2010 @ 1:26 pm | delete
    I had a business dream for many years. The main ingredients were lots of money and freedom to do what I wanted. Not surprisingly it didn't come to anything, but it did cause me a lot of frustration. Fortunately I have always read a lot. I found that I enjoyed teaching and encouraging others. By combining the NLP I had learned to help myself overcome some personal challenges with the idea of helping and encouraging others I managed to evolve myself as a coach. And, because I knew my way around the corporate world I became an executive coach.

    But part of my story is also that I worked for many years in the advertising business (that was where I learned my way around the corporate world) so I was interested in communication and how you persuade people to change their behaviors.

    My interests led me to build The Communication Cycle which is now an powerful feature of my Leadership Coaching business.

    It was a kind of a roundabout journey, but I am very happy with where I have landed.

    What about your other readers - what do their journeys look like?
  • cynthia Mar 3, 2010 @ 12:52 pm | delete
    i want to own my own chain of spas, clothing line stores, and makeup store. i always say that if its one thing i wanna do as my carrer is to be able to make the decissions, vision it in my way and be able to say that at the end of the day i made my customers happy. and they love my dream and passion.
  • Jon Feb 22, 2010 @ 9:33 am | delete
    Nice Lens! I agree with most of your recommended reading selections though I would personally add "The Magic of Thinking Big" by David Schwartz, in addition to those you have up there. If you get a chance, stop by my site (http://collegeentrepreneurshipblog.com/
  • islandscript Jan 31, 2010 @ 10:52 pm | delete
    nice article, may you complete your reference related to export import business. please go here:
    http://www.squidoo.com/exportimportbusinessidea
  • loganadrian Jan 13, 2010 @ 9:51 pm | delete
    Good lens. I hope one day I can own a business.
  • veteranmedbiller Jan 11, 2010 @ 9:17 pm | delete
    Nice selection of books. You might consider adding "How to Win Friend and Influence People"
    by Dale Carnegie.
  • chicky401 Jan 8, 2010 @ 9:12 am | delete
    This is a great lens! Persistance is definitely the key. So many people try something and if it fails they give up. That is sad. I look at it as a learning experience to do better the next time if I failed the first time. Keep up the great work :)
  • musicmadman Jan 3, 2010 @ 8:23 am | delete
    It's a lot harder than some say though, that's the problem with it all but still inspiration goes a long way. Thanks.
  • KimGiancaterino Dec 24, 2009 @ 9:54 am | delete
    Merry Christmas Squid Angel Blessings!
  • Aika Dec 18, 2009 @ 2:16 am | delete
    It is very important to know the SWOT of the business. :) Very helpful lens.
  • bbirchfield Dec 16, 2009 @ 6:26 pm | delete
    Thanks, you gave me some insight to the business world. I loved the story of Arturo
  • medifastcode Dec 7, 2009 @ 2:55 pm | delete
    The best lens I've gone through squidoo ever. It was a very nice read. Thank you very much for the share.

    Flek
    Job Admin
    Online Bpo Jobs
  • olga-kay Nov 30, 2009 @ 10:23 pm | delete
    I'm glad you mentioned the potpiegirl! I purchased her One Week Marketing product and love it. I'm currently in the startup phase of my affiliate marketing business. I'm starting things off by focusing solely on Squidoo.
  • SaraMu Nov 29, 2009 @ 6:58 pm | delete
    You are absolutely right. Persistence really is key. Excellent lens.
  • thesuccess Nov 19, 2009 @ 7:14 am | delete
    It was never so easy (possibilities) and never so tough (recession) or as exciting to start a business as it is today
  • Katrina_Ariel Nov 17, 2009 @ 2:50 pm | delete
    Fantastic! Great story at the beginning - it illustrates how important it is to enjoy life and business both. Also, focusing on helping people is the key to success, and the best way to contribute to the world. This lens is a great contribution.

    My latest lens on
  • LoKackl Nov 17, 2009 @ 12:05 pm | delete
    Allan, I always enjoy reading about your concepts of business ideas and especially owning your own life. Linking to my a-better-pencil because I think home-based businesses like mine are always glancing from the corner of our eyes at the impact of computer-enhanced entrepreneurship. 5*/fav/link
  • Corporate_RefuG Nov 12, 2009 @ 11:27 pm | delete
    Great Tips, I love the this line "you will need to cultivate the drive to persist until success."
  • Michey Nov 7, 2009 @ 1:23 pm | delete
    You have very good ideas and resources.
  • freelifenow Oct 27, 2009 @ 10:22 am | delete
    Very well thought out and planned. I loved all the lil tid bits of info that really puts the information to good use. I have my own business and the information i have amassed is right in line with all the stuff here. Great Job!
  • paulwheater Oct 10, 2009 @ 11:08 am | delete
    Very cool lens, I am hoping to start my own company within a few years.
  • CPAjunkie Oct 8, 2009 @ 12:39 am | delete
    very informative lens here. helps greatly to entrepreneurs out there. The books are very good. Nice lens, keep up the goodwork and thanks for sharing
  • KrisRoxas Oct 4, 2009 @ 10:40 pm | delete
    Man, all those books are awesome choices. This is a great lens - keep it up!
  • drossart Sep 30, 2009 @ 11:19 pm | delete
    Great Lens. Positive, informative, and written well!

    Thank you,
    artswami
  • drossart Sep 29, 2009 @ 10:44 pm | delete
    Nice lens - very informative - good content - helpful.
    Thank you,
    artswami
  • Elisabeth ( http://Liz-Gardner.com) Sep 28, 2009 @ 2:34 pm | delete
    Consumer confidence is now increasing within some parts of the economy and it is interesting that both the shares prices of 'Burberry' and 'Cadbury' are up, so if buying a new raincoat for the winter or eating a chocolate bar to encourage your thought of warmth as we near the ravages of winter begin to influence you then you are simply following an upward trend.
    The increase in share prices offers good news to those who cannot bear another few weeks with their current colleagues/boss or travel to work destination. The Recession has also encouraged a number of stay at home entrepreneurs who have decided to avoid forever the necessary commuting rain wear or the desperate sugar rush required from chocolate to enable them to deal with the corporate blues or their stress at work. Forget Green shoots of recovery the money is with Chocolate and working at home!
  • www.treehouse43mall.com Sep 20, 2009 @ 8:25 pm | delete
    Great ideas and plans to start up with. one can never get enough research on web site sales. I am still learning and will always do so. once you stop learning you are soon to be history. Have read most of the books here, they are full of great stuff. I get something new every time i re-read them.
  • Aika Sep 15, 2009 @ 2:30 am | delete
    I love earning money through my business by the fact that it's my chosen field and love doing what I do. Great lens here.
  • StartMyInternetBusiness Sep 10, 2009 @ 4:50 pm | delete
    Hey there! This lens is very informative. You have provided good tips and books for those aspiring entrepreneurs out there!

    Thank you so much for this post.
  • ChersYourNetBiz Sep 7, 2009 @ 1:33 pm | delete
    Hey

    I like this lens

    Very informative and well laid out, thanks for sharing

    Cher

    p.s 5 stars for sure!!
  • aisha eliakwu Sep 5, 2009 @ 12:36 pm | delete
    Great books, I luv reading them...Honesty comes before anything in a business.
  • AndyPo Aug 17, 2009 @ 11:36 am | delete
    Great lens. Very useful. I started my own company a year and half ago and I'm still enjoying being my own boss
  • Jack_Bergstrand Aug 11, 2009 @ 8:43 pm | delete
    Great lens! You've got a wealth of helpful information here for starting your own business. When you get a chance, I'd love it if you'd stop by my lens and say hello.
  • JamesCartwright Jul 27, 2009 @ 5:10 am | delete
    I love How to Get Rich, Purple Cow and Think and Grow Rich - three of the best books ever written!
  • BFuniv.com Jul 22, 2009 @ 12:52 pm | in reply to destiny | delete
    All these folks have lenses that explain their views, and can be well worth your time investigating. Just click on their name or picture. I doubt they will see your comments here for a very long time.
  • destiny(gentleprince1@yahoo.com Jul 22, 2009 @ 11:53 am | in reply to Tipi | delete
    try to also read those inspiring books to keep you updated
  • destiny(gentleprince1@yahoo.com) Jul 22, 2009 @ 11:50 am | in reply to familyebizmom | delete
    have u actually studied them urself...i want to hear ur own side of business experience
  • destiny Jul 22, 2009 @ 11:42 am | in reply to christyn1224 | delete
    .....it 's true......small business can grow when u are persistent in ur purpose
  • christyn1224 Jul 15, 2009 @ 12:03 pm | delete
    Great work, Allan! I think what leads to failure for most home business starters is their follow through (or lack thereof). Being successful in business does require persistence and, maybe just as important, a positive attitude. :)

    Christy Edwards
    TriVita Business Opportunity
  • JLCollins Jun 23, 2009 @ 10:09 pm | delete
    Excellent, informative article. I loved the books you have listed. There are some great ones in there! Good work!
  • kohuether Jun 16, 2009 @ 1:09 pm | delete
    I like what you said in the intro - in order to achieve success, you really do need to begin! People spend a lot of time "wishing" and that really doesn't see results. Turn wishes into goals and then work and work until you get it. :) Great lens!
  • Alex_Mayor Jun 16, 2009 @ 12:21 pm | delete
    Really cool story in the beginning, he is probably Greek ;)

    I rate you 5*

    Please have a look at my lens http://www.squidoo.com/digitalmarketplaces

    Greets Alex Mayor
  • ekalavya May 30, 2009 @ 5:53 am | delete
    Awesome lens .. The lil story at the beginning is a real gem. Keep the good work going. All the best!!
  • BizXcel May 25, 2009 @ 1:52 pm | delete
    Our dream business is coaching and consulting to help others grow and succeed. And so far, we have done just that! We love the fact of people exploring the option of starting their own business and we wish them all of the success in doing so!
  • Spook May 21, 2009 @ 3:06 am | delete
    Excellent lens as usual. You always make such sense and write beautifully.
  • RobbiePringle May 19, 2009 @ 2:43 pm | delete
    A really awesome lens, will definitely be reading some of those books!

    Robbie
  • TomHarvey May 12, 2009 @ 5:20 pm | delete
    A great lens, some practical tips, ideas and motivations. Most of all some good resources to help guide towards financial success, which is something that I'm sure we all could do with.

    One of the keys things for me was to clearly set out my Goals to enable me to focus on what I wanted to achieve both in the short and long term.

    A second key factor was the assistance of a mentor who was able to coach and guide me along the way, helping me avoid the numerous pitfalls and I now run a successful internet business.

    Tom Harvey
    http://www.automatedincomecourse.co.uk
  • Sadheeskumar May 11, 2009 @ 12:19 pm | delete
    Good stuf. Very good lens.
    5 Stars to this lens.
    Good work Friend.
  • Shelly May 10, 2009 @ 8:59 pm | delete
    I love Arturo's story! That's what we would all do--just what we love. You are very encouraging~I was wondering why Tipi (sisters) sent me your link, and now I understand~you are inspirational and I am in the midst of trying to figure out some direction. I can't give you any Squidoo stuff as I'm not a member but can offer a word of encouragement. You are very good at what you do, keep it up! Excuse me while I go to war with my traitorous doubts.
  • Tipi May 10, 2009 @ 6:40 pm | delete
    I'm an artist by talent and that is what a truly love to do. I would like to not be a starving artist one day. I hope to incorporate that more with Squidoo and I suppose that is what I should be focusing on now. You have inspired my to get going on it.
    Thank you, this is a very helpful lens that I will recommend and feature. :) - Susie
  • shevans May 9, 2009 @ 10:51 pm | delete
    This is a great lens. The main thing is to be in a business for which you have passion.
  • wayfarer May 9, 2009 @ 10:57 am | delete
    Very informative lens! From starting my own business, I've learned too that learning and growing never end. The shark that keeps swimming.
  • familyebizmom May 5, 2009 @ 11:21 am | delete
    Very comprehensive book list...great job!
  • TheIdealist May 4, 2009 @ 9:52 am | delete
    Nice lens. The book Think And Grow Rich is a must read. Even if you are not looking to start a business that book is filled with information to help anyone in their daily life.
  • ChineseKitesforKids Apr 23, 2009 @ 6:51 pm | delete
    This is an excellent resource lens for anyone who is looking to work from home. You really did a terrific job. Comprehensive information and very well laid out lens. This lens is an easy 5 stars and a fav! I also have a lens about starting your business, just one niche in particular. our Daycare School Online
    Teach Your Children Sign Language

    Good luck and all the best!
  • aj2008 Apr 10, 2009 @ 7:45 am | delete
    Some good common sense tips and help here and I love the fact that you are giving links to free resources. Blessings to you.
  • J_Trump Apr 9, 2009 @ 9:06 pm | delete
    Great lens full of really good information! I just built my first lens, it's got information about how I've managed to have some success with a new online startup business model that I found, you can see it at
  • Ramkitten Apr 2, 2009 @ 9:25 am | delete
    A great lens, Alan. I too have recently started my own internet-based business in an area that fits in well with my passion for living the outdoor life (hiking/backpacking, etc.) and participating with Search & Rescue. It's been a daily learning process, frought with obstacles and some frustrations, but I get up each day with a renewed optimism and keep going ... and it's working and actually getting a bit easier.
  • CTSWholesale Apr 2, 2009 @ 4:29 am | delete
    Great lens. I can related it with my personal experience while establishing my sunglasses business.

    http://www.squidoo.com/wholesale-sunglasses
  • chaz1961 Mar 29, 2009 @ 7:53 pm | delete
    "If you wish to prosper,
    let your customer prosper."

    Great Tag Line and words of wisdom.
  • MrOpportunity Mar 26, 2009 @ 9:35 pm | delete
    Today is a fresh new start. Take advantage. It's all you got.
  • JaguarJulie Mar 13, 2009 @ 4:14 pm | delete
    The story about Arturo sounds familiar! Probably would be doing what I'm doing today when and if I get to retire. "Liberty consists in doing what one desires." - John Stuart Mill ===> Amen to that!
  • Better-Your-Life-Guru Mar 9, 2009 @ 5:29 am | delete
    I think that this is a very useful lens.

    Jobs continue to disappear. Is it just as a result of current economic conditions? I dont think so.
    They have been increasingly disappearing since the 1990s and I believe that this trend will continue until jobs, as we know them, will no longer exist.

    Did you know that the US Dept of Labor predicts that current students will have 14 jobs by age 38?

    People who want to achieve financial stability for themselves and their families and who want to live life on their own terms need to be thinking about going into business for themselves.

    This lens will be useful to them.
  • wakkaoaka Mar 1, 2009 @ 12:57 am | delete
    I own several businesses and I can say that this lens is just amazing. Nice work
  • Suze-and-Ev Jan 10, 2009 @ 10:30 am | delete
    Good advice and well done. We are cleaning business consultants and have also been online infoneers for over 5 years.
  • ElizabethJeanAllen Jan 10, 2009 @ 8:01 am | delete
    It takes self discipline to be your own boss. Not everyone has it.
  • Rewards4life Jan 5, 2009 @ 8:07 am | delete
    Thank you for such an informative lens, I have started running my own business, the 2nd one. The first did not really take off and it's down to Persistence, I'm glad you covered it, defiantly one of the most important pieces of information. Things take time and although I have always been patient I was not always persistent. This is a valuable lens and will be re-visited many a time. 5* Great stuff
  • AZMT Dec 15, 2008 @ 9:02 pm | delete
    thanks for such a great lens. so true that customers' needs and satisfaction by far the most important ting in business.

    I added timothy ferriss' book "4 hour work weeks" because i find it to be an amazing book. helps you clutter free life and have lots of time to spend on you really love to do. and if it's your business you love then you will have even more time to spend on improving it.

    Cheers mate,
    http://azmovietrailers.com
  • knozit Dec 14, 2008 @ 8:37 pm | delete
    Well done and well thought out. Super advice for any "netrepreneurs" and brick and mortar folks as well. Rated 5* in my book!
  • gabrielangel Dec 13, 2008 @ 12:28 am | delete
    Creating is definitely not the hardest part, but the patience thing is. There a lot of business that don't get successful until years after most businesses would have closed their doors.
  • Starving_Artist Dec 3, 2008 @ 12:16 am | delete
    really great advice and information...a must read for people trying to get a business started
  • PublicRelationsGuru Dec 1, 2008 @ 10:18 pm | delete
    What a fantastic lens! You've included a lot of concrete, practical information that is certain to be useful to small business owners. Having a strong public relations plan to attract customers is one of the best things small business owners can do to attract customers and boost sales.

    Michele Glance Rooney
    Great Lakes Sales and Public Relations
    www.greatlakessalesandpublicrelations.com
  • Jesi Nov 21, 2008 @ 5:03 pm | delete
    Your very 1st idea was great and i just felt during this time that it is really useful lens. I just pray for you who shared such helpful info with very interesting persons like me... Thank you so much
    Your lens is rated 5 stars. Just visit me too at Real Estate Facts
  • nextlevelmarketing Nov 20, 2008 @ 6:07 pm | delete
    Great lens and advice. Customer service, marketing and personal development are vitally important to a successful business. My first home-based business I created was successful and went on to sell for multiple six figures. However, I do remember the early days of slow beginnings, and the trials and errors. I just kept the end goal in mind, and listened to the " I can " voice rather than the " I can't " and it paid off. Thanks, a 5 Star favorite.
    Laurice Heath
    www.squidoo.com/homebasedbusinesssecrets.com
  • Eliezer Martinez Nov 17, 2008 @ 1:29 pm | delete
    I want to thank Mr. Alan R. Wallace for your action in favor of my first Len known as Hispanic Virtual University. As you may know from my bio, I am new to squidoo and therefore still learning how it works. I want Mr. Wallace know that I admire a person of your stature, a visionary who is helping to change the world. That is also my mission. I dream of a world free of hatred, prejudice because of race, color of the skin, religious intolerance, barriers of nationalistic nature, etc. I dream of a world were all human beings conceive themselves as inhabitants of this planet earth as our home and that we must be united socially, politically, and economically to save it from self-destruction, or we all will perish with it forever.
  • EagleScoutMom Nov 15, 2008 @ 9:53 pm | delete
    "The rewards of owning your own life are worth the investments you are about to make." - That is truly what it is all about. Great lens - thanks you.
  • Webcodes Nov 13, 2008 @ 5:17 pm | delete
    A wonderful lens. 5* and fav. I am a web developer... although I already have a few websites.. I am in the works of creating a website that is squidoo like.. where users can write articles and post comments. Still got a lot of work to do but I am getting there... wish me luck!
  • Nov 13, 2008 @ 8:34 am | delete
    That's a good advice in starting business. Proper planning and taking risk are one of the keys needs for start-up businesses.
  • Stacey-Mumof2 Nov 11, 2008 @ 12:17 am | delete
    Writing your own information products and selling them online is a great idea!
    Selling information is one of the most profitable online business ideas! But you need to do it right!
    I own a successful home based online business called "The Ultimate Internet Millionaire" and what I sell is a complete internet buiness package to help people make money online in a variety of ways!

    Owning an online business allows anyone achieve things they thought could not be possible!

    I am a 22 year old mother of 2, and I never would have thought I would be where I am today! :)
  • Mentor_Dean Nov 5, 2008 @ 7:50 pm | delete
    Great list of books! I've read most of them and will add a few of the remainder to my reading wish list. Leadership in business and in life comes from a base of knowledge and truth. Great lens!

    To the Top!

    Dean Rittenhouse
    http://AutomaticNetworkMarketing.com
  • Treasures-By-Brenda Oct 27, 2008 @ 9:37 am | delete
    I didn't start out planning to run a small, home-based business on eBay but that is where I wound up! Great lens, lots of ideas for those considering a small business.

    Brenda
  • lakeerieartists Oct 16, 2008 @ 3:18 pm | delete
    Starting a business is not for the faint of heart, but it is great fun and a lot of work too! You need to have plan a, b, c, d and so on.
  • jessicashalyn Oct 12, 2008 @ 11:51 pm | delete
    Hi, good ideas and very helpful lens for new business people. thanks for sharing
  • A_RovingReporter Oct 12, 2008 @ 7:03 am | delete
    Great five-star lens on business ideas.
  • FlowersByDottie Oct 7, 2008 @ 9:18 am | delete
    Nice work and a refreshing lens! I rated 5 stars,lens rolled you to both my lenses and added to my favorites.Please drop by my lenses.Thanks
    Posted
    Oct.7,2008
  • Gina08 Oct 3, 2008 @ 12:58 pm | delete
    I love your quote in the post-in note!! I am going to remember that one.
  • markbestweb Oct 2, 2008 @ 5:05 pm | delete
    Great lens! Seems like the hardest part for starting a new business is to get it going,. Think first you have to set up your objectives in a clear way, and next step is keep working until you reach those goals. Five * Lens
  • TrueFX Oct 2, 2008 @ 4:04 pm | delete
    "If you wish to prosper - let your customer prosper."
    Hands down - the best motto for any business!

    The brother of this expression could be:
    "Let them feel you care"
  • oimdiane Oct 2, 2008 @ 12:39 pm | delete
    I love working online and have been for the past 10 years! Hopefully conditions to continue to reinforce the value of bringing anyone's dreams and plans to the net for money making - real business - ventures!
  • SunnyDaze Sep 29, 2008 @ 9:09 am | delete
    Nice, lense. The most important thing you mention is persistance. I can't believe how important it is to stick with it and in the long run you will achieve anything. Look at the successful lense makers throughout Squidoo. Many started several years ago. Things take time, and you must stick with it.
  • kemengr Sep 23, 2008 @ 10:24 am | delete
    Growth is a typical S-curve. Unfortunately, most people get frustrated during the lag phase itself.

    Great Lens, Allan!
  • lccoach Sep 23, 2008 @ 5:33 am | delete
    This is a good saying, I like that and agree totally.
    "If you wish to prosper,
    let your customer prosper."

    Best,
    Dr. Lorraine Cohen
  • rensa Sep 19, 2008 @ 2:01 am | delete
    Great informative lens. Yes to be successful in any venture you have to be persistent and if you enjoy what you are doing, you will try harder to succeed. I have been involved with internet marketing for some time now and find each day to have new opportunities. I recently started my first lens on Forex and hope to add a few more.
  • Johnson3Navy Sep 11, 2008 @ 11:58 pm | delete
    Amazing lens! Lots of great info. I have read some of the books listed and they truely are informational.
  • revwayne Sep 9, 2008 @ 3:07 pm | delete
    Interesting ideas. Thanks for the info. Few see the Bible as inspirational and business minded. You picked a good quote.
  • hempnecklace Sep 6, 2008 @ 1:51 pm | delete
    I have my own online business.

    My website is.

    Hemp Jewelry

    It doesn't make much money.

    Here's a hemp necklace lens I created.

    hemp necklace making
  • MusicMadness Sep 5, 2008 @ 12:50 pm | delete
    I'm still working on my dream of owning my own successful business a reality. People like you willing to share info, are helping make that come true. A big 5 star thanks to you.
  • nekoneko Sep 2, 2008 @ 8:50 pm | delete
    cookie business!
  • hesika Aug 29, 2008 @ 3:25 am | delete
    Thank you for this lens, which remembered me in some fundamental thoughts I have to have for being successful.
  • a_willow Aug 29, 2008 @ 12:51 am | delete
    Thinking of starting my own business these days... Great info!
  • WendyKrick Aug 23, 2008 @ 6:59 am | delete
    Very nice lens. I so glad to see you have Think and Grow Rich on your list. I have read it many times and each time learn something new. I wouldn't have been so blessed in my business without that book.
    ~Wendy
  • SemperFidelis Aug 22, 2008 @ 11:41 am | delete
    A most excellent lens. We're entrepreneurs and can really appreciate the info you have here.
    Blessed by a Squid Angel today! :)
    Colleen ~ www.squidoo.com/squid-angel
  • Aug 11, 2008 @ 11:39 pm | delete
    This is too cool! Amazing lens,
  • ZoeyJordan Aug 4, 2008 @ 12:48 pm | delete
    Great resource - thanks! Love the quote by Shakespeare...so true!
    Best,
    Zoey
  • WillKnight Jul 31, 2008 @ 9:33 pm | delete
    Excellent lens, love the Arturo story, keep up the great work
  • Coluden Jul 28, 2008 @ 9:01 pm | delete
    Did you steal my mantra? Seriously I love your site. I've been writing that Shakespearean quote for years...Finally a connection! Our doubts are traitors...
    Please visit sometime at:
    a>

    Anthony
  • qlcoach Jul 26, 2008 @ 12:30 am | delete
    Belief, faith, and motivation are all important characteristics for achieving our goals. But sometimes fear and other internal issues hold us back. Feel free to see how I am trying to help people too: http://www.squidoo.com/ebyway.
    Gary Eby, author and therapist
  • Steve-SEO-UK Jul 19, 2008 @ 7:28 am | delete
    After many years employed in the fast moving world of Publishing, I know exactly how Arturo feels and reacts to the venture proposal. My philosophy: You work to Live! Great Lens, Steve.
    Steve SEO UK at Squidoo
  • StayAtHomeJobs Jul 16, 2008 @ 8:08 am | delete
    Great lens! I particularly like the Shakespeare quote at the beginning. I've always that our thoughts are what dictate our lives in the end.
  • 4x4ever Jul 14, 2008 @ 1:58 pm | delete
    Awesome lens one every level: content, style and organization! And "The 4-hour work week: is my personal favourite! Cool stuff, definitely deserves top ranking!
  • youhavegottobekidding Jul 14, 2008 @ 12:10 am | delete
    I very much agree with one of those tips where is says "If you want to prosper let your costumers prosper"

    that is true coz when your costumers are happy and satisfied with your products they will keep on comming back.

    5 starts for you.
  • Jul 9, 2008 @ 9:39 pm | delete
    Thanks for the lens

    Think and grow Rich is an amazing book.

    Its amazing how Napoleon Hills ideas still ring true today!

    Cheers Banjo Smyth
  • RyanRE Jul 9, 2008 @ 3:04 pm | delete
    Great lens Allan. As a business owner I can say first hand that hard work and dedication are the two of the biggest keys to success.
  • Serenity_Prayer_Gifts Jun 22, 2008 @ 9:38 am | delete
    Thanks for this inspiring lens! :-)
  • Coluden Jun 19, 2008 @ 10:47 am | delete
    Edison was right of course. Our greatest weakness indeed lies in giving up. Persisting with my article writing actually brought in many clickbank cheques, a thrill I relish. I notice you are also recommending Dr. Fran Harris's book "Reallionaire" Sounds like something I have to get. I was fortunate enough to catch her on "The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch. I'm a believer in conquering our most potent enemy first (our inner fears) Hoping to convey that at my wealthy affiliate training lens.
  • AlvinDay Jun 17, 2008 @ 12:30 pm | delete
    Just to add my own piece of advice, if you are at the very beginning stages of coming up with a business idea consider the importance of sales.
    Many start a business thinking of how they will deliver their product or service, few consider how they will sell it.
    Check out my sales training lens
  • Squidoo-Pat Jun 16, 2008 @ 6:45 pm | delete
    Having your own business should be the goal for most people. Even if it's a hobby related business you can only do on the side.

    Since I work with a barter company I'm always reminding businesses to get into bartering for the services they need. Barter is a business tool used by savvy business people to grow their business incrementally.
  • Bill_Chechel Jun 16, 2008 @ 2:10 pm | delete
    Thanks for all the great resources on being an entrepreneur. I really enjoyed reading this lens.
  • Kanga Jun 9, 2008 @ 12:34 am | delete
    I love the story about Arturo. My short term aim is to start making a little bit of extra pocket money on the net while learning as much as I can about various internet businesses that are succeeding. I need time to figure out what would suit me best, and whether or not this sort of thing is really for me.

    For the moment Squidoo is proving to be not only great fun, but a great resource for learning. This is a great lens, I'm adding it to my favourites :-)
  • Susan52 Jun 6, 2008 @ 3:21 pm | delete
    I want to keep doing what I'm doing, just doing it wiser; i.e., working smarter not harder. Thanks for the encouragement!
  • hearthealth Jun 5, 2008 @ 3:43 am | delete
    Yes, thanx for pointing out that its impossible to be a success if somebody doesnt want to acknowledge the power of values and virtues (persistence, focus, intensity). This is really positive stuff! I hope you could drop by my positive thinking/affirmation lens!
  • not_tame Jun 3, 2008 @ 5:07 pm | delete
    Thanks for favoriting my Gothic Apparel lens. My goal is to start my own ecommerce store.
  • candymae Jun 1, 2008 @ 11:06 pm | delete
    I want to have own business some day.. Thanks for the informative lens you have.
  • SharonMcMillan May 31, 2008 @ 9:41 am | delete
    Running my own business provides a sense of freedom and control that is so life affirming. Since I started my business last year it has been all consuming but also exciting as things settle and I get over the "getting started" phase. Persistence and research is so key to making a success of an entrepreneurial venture.
  • pyle_mountain May 24, 2008 @ 2:02 pm | delete
    Great lens! My suggestion is to keep on pursuing - never stop. View each "failure" as a learning step on the road to success.
  • watkins-lady May 21, 2008 @ 12:15 am | delete
    Excellent lens! I've found my dream business, or rather it found me and I love it.
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